Streets Laborer

City of Portales • Portales, NM

4d • $13 • Onsite

About The Position

Applicant must be willing to work in a “team” environment, and desire to learn how to operate heavy construction equipment. General labor skills will be employed daily; in all types of conditions. (i.e.: weather, heavy road traffic, confined spaces, and any other condition requested.) This is an “outdoor” job, and working after-hours, weekends or holidays is possible. This is a safety sensitive position, subject to random drug/alcohol testing.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must possess and maintain a valid New Mexico driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record
• Must show aptitude for safe operation of assigned automotive equipment.
• Must follow instructions, procedures and City safety rules and regulations.
• Maintain grounds by mowing, hoeing, cleaning, leveling, or other duties as directed.
• Perform job duties in a way that promotes a positive image of the City organization and the department.
• Applicant must be able to lift 50 pounds multiple times during any given day.
• Requires constant physical efforts and may be exposed to dangerous tools and equipment; safety precautions must be followed, including use of safety equipment.
• Candidates must have and maintain a satisfactory driving record and insurability in accordance with the City’s insurance carrier.
• Employees must maintain a source of communications for off duty work related communications.

Responsibilities

• Safe and efficient operation of city vehicles and heavy equipment.
• Perform routine maintenance (we’ll train you how), such as: change oil and filters, pump gas, wash and clean, lubrication and maintain logbooks on department equipment.
• Painting, as directed.
• Perform routine cleaning as directed.
• Maintain grounds by mowing, hoeing, cleaning, leveling, or other duties as directed.
• Willing to be trained to operate high level automotive construction equipment.
• Perform job duties in a way that promotes a positive image of the City organization and the department.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees